LPN Delegation and Supervision for UAP 3

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of appropriate ongoing supervision of a UAP?

Accepted Answer

Periodically observing the UAP performing delegated tasks

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Checking in with the UAP only at the end of the shift

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Allowing the UAP to self-supervise if experienced

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Relying solely on the UAP's verbal reports of task completion

Question 2

A UAP asks the LPN if they can change a patient's sterile wound dressing because the nurse is busy. The LPN should:

Accepted Answer

Perform the dressing change themselves or find another licensed nurse

Answer

Allow the UAP to do it since the patient needs it now

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Teach the UAP the sterile technique and then delegate

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Ask the UAP to cover the wound temporarily until later

Question 3

What is the most important consideration when determining the complexity of a task to delegate to a UAP?

Accepted Answer

Whether the task requires assessment, judgment, or specialized skill

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The UAP's seniority and years of experience on the unit

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The patient's preference for who provides care

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How busy the LPN is during the current shift

Question 4

A UAP informs the LPN that a patient is crying and upset. What is the LPN's best response?

Accepted Answer

Go to the patient to assess and address the situation

Answer

Tell the UAP to provide comfort and report back later

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Ask the UAP to contact the patient's family

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Document the report and address it at the next assessment

Question 5

Which of the following tasks may the LPN delegate to a UAP in a long-term care facility?

Accepted Answer

Measuring and recording urinary output

Answer

Administering a scheduled oral medication

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Inserting a urinary catheter

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Assessing a new pressure injury

Question 6

The LPN delegates perineal care to a UAP. The patient is confused and resistive. What should the UAP do?

Accepted Answer

Stop the task and immediately inform the LPN

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Restrain the patient gently and complete the care

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Ask a family member to hold the patient still

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Attempt to redirect and try again independently

Question 7

Which right of delegation requires the LPN to give the UAP clear instructions about what to do and report?

Accepted Answer

Right direction and communication

Answer

Right person

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Right supervision

Answer

Right task